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Homemade Mango Carlota (No-Bake Mango Icebox Cake)
Refreshing, creamy, and bursting with tropical flavor — this Mango Carlota is the ultimate easy summer dessert. With layers of cookies, luscious mango cream, and fresh fruit, it’s perfect for hot days when you crave something sweet but light!
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Ingredients
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2 packages Maria cookies (or any vanilla tea biscuits)
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1 can sweetened condensed milk
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1 can evaporated milk
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese (Philadelphia style)
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4 ripe mangoes
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Optional: lemon zest or extra diced mango for the cream
Directions
1. Prepare the Cream
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In a blender, blend:
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Cream cheese
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Sweetened condensed milk
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Evaporated milk
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1 mango
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Optional: a little lemon zest for brightness
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Blend until thick and smooth
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2. Assemble the Carlota
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In a dish, layer:
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A base layer of Maria cookies
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A layer of mango cream
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Repeat layers until the dish is full
3. Decorate
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Top with diced fresh mango for a beautiful and juicy finish
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4. Chill
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Refrigerate for at least 6 hours
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For best results, chill overnight
5. Serve
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Slice and serve very cold for the ultimate refreshing bite
Time & Serving
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Prep time: 20 minutes
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Chill time: 6+ hours
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Total time: ~6½ hours
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Serves: 8–10 portions
Tips & Variations
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Swap mango with peach or pineapple for a twist
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Add a layer of whipped cream for extra lightness
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Use graham crackers if Maria cookies aren’t available
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